Due to the high altitude, you might experience some nausea. Staying hydrated with water and electrolytes can help prevent this! If it's your first time in Colorado, we recommend waiting 2 days before hiking. There's so much to enjoy here – we hope you have a fantastic time!
At Meow Wolf, you can wander through rooms that feel like different dimensions—like a house with secret doors leading to alien landscapes, or a forest of glowing trees, or even a psychedelic, color-drenched space that feels like it was pulled from a dream.
The Dushanbe teahouse is known for its selection of tea and stunning ceilings and walls. It was built in Tajikistan by artisans who spent several years crafting the teahouse, and it was then disassembled, shipped to the U.S., and reconstructed in Boulder in 1998.
The vivid hues of the formations—ranging from soft pinks and purples to deep reds, oranges, and yellows—are the result of minerals like iron oxide, manganese, and other natural compounds.
Rocky Mountain National Park, located in Colorado just outside Estes Park, is one of the most renowned and awe-inspiring national parks in the U.S. It’s famous for its majestic peaks, pristine alpine lakes, meadows full of wildflowers, and rich wildlife. For the summer months, we recommend hiking in the morning to avoid the heat!
Pearl Street in Boulder has various unique shops, including boutiques, art galleries, outdoor gear stores, and local craft shops.